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Lafayette: More Than a Rock Star

Arrowhead and Berkshire Historical Society 780 Holmes RoadPittsfield,

Lafayette enthusiast Peter Reilly explores the nation’s obsession with the French General the Marquis de Lafayette – learn about his early life, his role in the American Revolution at just 19, and his famous tour from 1824 to 1825. Reilly will provide context and insight into the fascinating person who became George Washington’s confidante and […]

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French Wine Tasting

Berkshire County Historical Society at Arrowhead 780 Holmes Road, Pittsfield, MA
$100 – $125

Our celebration of the bicentennial of the Marquis de Lafayette’s visit to Pittsfield continues with a a wine tasting with noted Berkshire sommelier Philippe Jeanjean. Jeanjean will guide us through a tasting of French wines from the regions cherished by the Marquis de Lafayette and Thomas Jefferson—two passionate wine connoisseurs of the American Revolution.  Accompanied […]

Arts and Culture, Food and Drinks

Welcome the Marquis de lafayette to Pittsfield

Park Square Park Square - Center of Town, Lee, MA

On June 13, 1825, the Marquis de Lafayette visited Pittsfield as the “Nation’s Guest.” The only living general of the Revolutionary War, he arrived to great fanfare, music and speeches and thanked Americans for their generous hospitality. Join us on Park Square as we commemorate the bicentennial of his visit with a lively program of […]

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